Japan awaken from slumber while Iran, South Korea enhance credentials despite draw
Match Day 4 of the FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers did not disappoint with Japan downing Australia, while South Korea and Iran shared the spoils.
2019 Schedule
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2019 Schedule
3-0-1, 2nd in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
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Australia's loss to Japan a missed opportunity for Socceroos
Japan put their 2022 World Cup qualification campaign back on track by snapping the Socceroos' record 11-game winning streak.
Late own goal earns Japan win, ends Aus. record
Australia's record-breaking run in World Cup qualifying ended on Tuesday when Aziz Behich's late own goal handed Japan the win.
Can Vietnam convert endeavour into a historic World Cup qualifying win?
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Australia extending winning streak has Socceroos' qualifying campaign far surpassing expectations
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Heartbreak for Vietnam despite stunning comeback; Japan flatter to deceive again
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Australia beat Oman to stretch WCQ hot streak
The Socceroos remain in prime position to qualify for Qatar 2022, prevailing 3-1 over Oman to stretch their winning streak in World Cup qualifying.
Australia not focused on historic World Cup qualifying record
The prospect of setting a record winning streak for a single World Cup qualifying campaign doesn't interest Socceroos coach Graham Arnold.
Asian World Cup qualifiers: Will Kubo-less Japan find spark? Can Vietnam kickstart campaign?
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Arnold: I'd never force players to pick Socceroos
Graham Arnold has said he will not force anyone to play for Australia, ahead of Gianni Stensness' switch from New Zealand.
Smith out for Socceroos after positive COVID-19 test
Australia won't be able to call on Brad Smith for World Cup qualifiers against Oman or Japan after the left-back tested positive for COVID-19.
Japan are back, Saudi Arabia maintain their perfect start
Japan and South Korea both overcame their opening losses with 1-0 wins while Saudi Arabia prove to be a threat in Group B.
Australia pass Vietnam test but more is needed for Japan clash
Australia sealed their 10th straight win in Vietnam, but next month's trip to Japan will be a much sterner test of their World Cup credentials.
Australia beat Vietnam in Asian World Cup qualifying
Rhyan Grant's header earned Australia back-to-back victories in Asia's World Cup preliminaries as Graham Arnold's side defeated Vietnam.
Can Vietnam pull off upset in World Cup qualifiers? Or will Australia win two in a row?
Australia are eyeing a second consecutive win in the third round of Asian qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup but must be wary of plucky Vietnam.
Japan shocked, Vietnam not enough in Asia World Cup qualifiers
Oman pulled off a stunning upset of heavyweights Japan while Vietnam couldn't hold onto their narrow lead against Saudi Arabia
Australia's record-setting win over China was needed ahead of tough Vietnam match
With a record nine-game winning streak now in Asian competition, the Socceroos needed the victory over China to keep their momentum going.
Australia hit three past China to top Group B
Australia have made a perfect start to the next step of World Cup qualifying, defeating China 3-0 at Qatar's Khalifa International Stadium.
Asia's hopefuls embark on final leg of arduous journey to 2022 FIFA World Cup
Asia's 12 remaining hopefuls will resume their quest to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the third round of qualifiers begin.
Mooy, Rogic boost Socceroos for WC qualifiers
Star duo Tom Rogic and Aaron Mooy will return for the Socceroos as they embark on the next step of their World Cup qualifying journey next week.
Australia's Leckie opts out of squad over quarantine
Australia captain Mathew Leckie has chosen to withdraw from the national team indefinitely over the government's quarantine curbs on travel.
Australia's depth chart for World Cup qualifiers
After an undefeated start on the road to Qatar, the Socceroos will face China and Vietnam next month with major challenges on and off the field.
Australia men at crossroads after Tokyo disappointment, Arnold exit
The 2020 Tokyo Olympics have come and gone; Joey Lynch offers thoughts on the past month, and of what lies ahead for Australia.
FA adds second tier to Australia's football pyramid
Football Australia has flagged the introduction of a national second tier in a new calendar designed to align the national football pyramid.
2022 WCQ Table
2022 Team LeadersFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Goal Difference26
Goals Scored28
Assists0
Goals Conceded2